Night-Shift Specimen Tech I in Memphis: Start a Lab Career

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (Day 1)

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Mental health program

Vacation & Flex Time

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life & disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Memphis, TN is seeking a Specimen Technician I to support our laboratory operations on the night shift (Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM). This entry-level role focuses on data entry, specimen processing, and accurate handling of samples to ensure timely analyses.

No prior experience required; HS diploma or equivalent accepted. Eligible candidates may receive annual performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent
• No experience required
• Previous experience in a production or medical environment preferred
• Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends, holidays, on call and overtime may be required

Responsibilities

• Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, centrifugation and aliquoting
• Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities
• Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing
• Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
• Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received

Skills

Data entry

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Memphis, TN is seeking a Specimen Technician I to support our laboratory operations on the night shift (Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM). This entry-level role focuses on data entry, specimen processing, and accurate handling of samples to ensure timely analyses.

No prior experience required; HS diploma or equivalent accepted. Eligible candidates may receive annual performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision,